Gowrie Clare Court

Play-based learning next to Cruickshank Park in the heart of Yarraville.

Gowrie Clare Court sits alongside expansive parklands and creek offering a learning environment that is genuinely unlike anything else.

Nature as the classroom. With access to over 12 hectares of parkland, our Out and About Program takes children into Cruickshank Park, Stony Creek, and McNish Reserve every day, rain, hail, or shine, where children can develop their creativity, resilience, and a deep connection to Country.
A multi-age community of learners. Children from infancy to five years explore the urban parklands together, building relationships with the environment, plants, animals, waterways and with each other.
Wraparound support, close to home. Families are always welcome to contribute to their child’s learning journey, and on-site Maternal and Child Health services mean the support families need is always accessible.

Gowrie Clare Court is rated Exceeding under the National Quality Standards.

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Our Location

40 Court Street, Yarraville, VIC 3013 Get Directions

Contact Details

Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:30pm

03 9314 7886

clarecourt@gowrievictoria.org.au

Our Programs

Integrated Kindergarten
Long Day Care
Sessional Kindergarten

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What We Do

At Clare Court, we offer programs that nurture learning, wellbeing, and curiosity, as well as initiatives that build community and belonging. Explore some of what we do.

Out and About

Our Out and About Program connects children with their community every day by exploring local parks, shops, and other places.

Through outdoor play and learning how to care for the land, children build confidence, learn to manage risks safely, and feel more connected to their local community.

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Beach Kinder

Children and educators take the bus to Williamstown Beach for hands-on learning in nature and a deeper connection to the land.

We encourage children to help make decisions, choose where to explore, and follow their natural curiosity to solve problems together.

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Italian Language Program

Led by Early Childhood Teacher Clara, this program celebrates our community’s rich heritage while introducing all children to a new language.

Children learn naturally by connecting words with actions and objects, using topics like food to explore and appreciate different cultures.

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions specific to Clare Court.

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For broader information about kindergarten, click the button below to view our general FAQs.

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Kind words from our community!

Excellent caring staff that take the time to get to know your child and you. The kids are offered so many ways to learn through play. Can’t recommend it highly enough.

Parent

A Message From Our Team

Welcome to Gowrie Clare Court. Our community is something we genuinely value. It is a place where children are known for who they are, families feel welcomed and supported, and educators deeply care about each child’s sense of belonging.

Being greeted by happy, curious children and warm, passionate educators is always a joy, and a beautiful reminder of the strong relationships and trust that sit at the heart of Clare Court.

Together, we work in partnership with families to create a respectful, nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported to learn, grow, and thrive.

We would love to share our beautiful service with you and your family.

Thank you,
Gowrie Clare Court team